About
Dr. Britain Scott is a Professor of Psychology at the University of St. Thomas, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. She joined the faculty in 1996 and specializes in psychology for sustainability and the psychology of women/gender. Her work bridges environmental science, social psychology, and education.
Education:
- PhD in Social Psychology, University of Minnesota
- BS in Psychology (with honors), University of Iowa
Research Interests:
- Climate change behavior and eco-leadership
- Gender roles and ecological connectedness
- Anomalistic experiences (e.g., paranormal psychology)
- Museum studies and cultural collections
Awards:
- 2022 Walter D. Mink Award for Undergraduate Teaching Excellence
- 2017 APA Innovation Award for Sustainability Education
Teaching & Mentorship:
- Designs innovative courses like Extreme Survival and Spooks, Psychics, and Skeptics
- Focuses on experiential learning and global education
- Advises undergraduate research projects in environmental and gender studies
Labs/Initiatives:
- Co-creator of TeachGreenPsych resources
- Lead researcher in sustainability education networks
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